What is the cheapest way to get from St Helens to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from St Helens to Macclesfield is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from St Helens to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from St Helens to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct train between St Helens and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from St Helens to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from St Helens Junction and arriving at Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from St Helens to Macclesfield?

The distance between St Helens and Macclesfield is 38 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

How do I travel from St Helens to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from St Helens to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £28.

How long does it take to get from St Helens to Macclesfield?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from St Helens to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Helens to Macclesfield train from?

St Helens to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from St Helens Junction station.

Train or bus from St Helens to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from St Helens to Macclesfield is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 170 bus and line 199 bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the St Helens to Macclesfield train arrive?

St Helens to Macclesfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from St Helens to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between St Helens to Macclesfield is 35 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from St Helens to Macclesfield.

How do I get a train ticket from St Helens to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

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St Helens to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 170 bus

There are 5 ways to get from St Helens to Macclesfield by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Helens Junction to Manchester PiccadillyLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to MacclesfieldManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 8m
£7–28
Bus, line 170 bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Fordton Leisure329
2. Take the bus from Fordton Leisure to Manchester Airport The Station170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Stockport Interchange199
2h 30m
£25–42
Drive 34.4 mi
1. Drive from St Helens to Macclesfield34.4 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from St Helens to Macclesfield34.4 mi
47 min
£70–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F329
2. Take the train from Warrington Central to StockportLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 4m
£14–33

St Helens to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 37.5 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between St Helens, England and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from St Helens Junction to Macclesfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chalon Way West to Macclesfield via Fordton Leisure, Manchester Airport The Station, Stockport Interchange, and Stockport in around 2h 30m.

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